Historical Events
- A pair in Coventry, England, ties world record for longest singles tennis match at 80 hrs 21 minutes
- American jockey Chris Antley becomes first rider to win 9 races in a day (4 at Aqueduct / 5 at The Meadowlands)
Famous Deaths
- Joseph Campbell, American professor of comparative mythology (Mythic Image), dies at 83
Died in 1987 1987 Highlights
About October 31, 1987
Day of the Week: Saturday
How Long Ago? 36 years, 5 months and 27 days
Leap Year: No
Generation: Millennial
Chinese Zodiac: Rabbit
Star Sign: Scorpio
Music Charts
- #1 Song: Bad - Michael Jackson
- #1 Song: You Win Again - Bee Gees